Aquatics Coordinator
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Job Location:
Blacksburg, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 50000 - 55000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Were currently searching for an Aquatics Coordinator to join our Rec Sports team in Blacksburg VA to help us in our mission to promote and support the wellbeing of the Hokie Community.
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE:
1) Youll be joining the VT Rec Sports Operations team; a department centered on promoting student wellbeing sport and fitness by providing excellent programs and facilities for the University community.
2)Youll be reporting to the Assistant Director for Aquatics and Risk Management in a Regular twelve-month 100% administrative professional appointment.
3)Youll be responsible for the management and day to day leadership of the aquatics facilities and programs with VT Recreational Sports.
4)Youll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.
5)Youll be offered a base compensation package between $50000 - $55000 along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!
HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:
1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.
3) THE TEAM: Rec Sports builds a Healthy Hokie community by creating opportunities for student to practice healthy behaviors and developing employment opportunities and leadership programs for students to grow and practice leadership skills. We offer programs and activities that allow students to practice and exhibit sportsmanship respect and civility. We provide activities for students to seek involvement form relationships and try new activities. Our team teaches students the importance of goal setting and sharing helpful strategies they can use to successfully accomplish them. We are passionate about contributing to a students ability to develop meaningful career paths by assisting them to identify individual interests values skills and abilities.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in sports administration recreation business and/or other related field is required.
Lifeguard and Lifeguard Instructor certifications.
Experience with supervising staff members.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in sports administration recreation business and/or other related field
Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification
Knowledge and experience with program registration software
Ability to write evaluation of performance
Ability to develop and maintain records
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$50000 - $55000
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional evening and/or weekend assignments
Hours per week
40
Review Date
05/04/2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors College.The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at or Virginia Tech 220 Gilbert Street Suite 5200 Blacksburg VA 24061.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Ryan Ferandat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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